Current Government Experience: Co-Chair, Joint Committee
on Ways & Means

OREGON WILL RECOVER AND THRIVE

“These are challenging times:
Since January of 2009 we had to re-balance the state budget
five times but did so while holding to our values:

We maintained our in-state programs for seniors and the
disabled;

Kept dollars moving in the economy for jobs in our communities,
including the front line jobs of teachers, nurses,
police and firefighters;

And we invested in our future by providing access to higher
education for a record number of students in our community
colleges and universities.

Oregon has been hit hard, but we’re still on our feet.

I know the strength of southern Oregon, and during budget
hearings around the state, I learned the strength of our state
as a whole.

I’m proud and grateful to be part of the work.” Peter Buckley

It’s about Leadership:

“There’s a reason I chose Peter Buckley to co-chair the Joint
Committee on Ways and Means. As we headed into one of the
worst economic disasters of our lifetime, I needed someone
who was hardworking, fair, smart and even in temperament. I
got that and more with Peter Buckley.” Dave Hunt, Speaker of
the House.

“During the four years I served with Peter Buckley in the
House he consistently elevated civic discourse through
genuine respect of all members of the House—irrespective of
party or political leanings. His office is a model of efficiency,
dedication, hard work, and thoughtful, reasoned decision
making. Southern Oregon should be proud of his leadership
and commitment to the betterment of our great state.” US Senator Jeff Merkley